Coping Skills
Activities or tactics you use when you're in a stressful situation
What is a coping skill
Mental Health Issues are rare
Myth. 1 in 4 adults over 18 have a mental health diagnosis. 1 in 6 children have a mental health diagnosis
What does TBC stand for?
The Boston Center
What is self-talk?
Self-talk is the internal monologue that people have with themselves throughout the day, which includes their conscious thoughts, beliefs, and biases
What is the largest shark?
Whale Shark
To put your thoughts down on paper
What is journaling
My sleep can be impacted by mental health
Fact. Sleep problems affect around 50-80% of those with mental health.
If you need a break, where can you ask to go for 5-10 minutes?
Why is mindfulness helpful?
Mindfulness helps us “live in the moment” by paying attention to what is inside us.
What is the name of one of Harry Potter's best friends?
Hermoine or Ron
To use your creativity to paint, draw, or write
What is art
Urges rarely last longer than 30 minutes if you don't "feed into" them.
What does practicing gratitude mean?
Thinking about or writing down things that I am grateful/thankful for.
What is the name of the fire-type Pokemon that is also a lizard and has a flame on it's tail?
Charmander
What coping skills can be used to reduce stress? Name three.
- meditation
- talking with someone
- breathing exercises
- exercise
- mindfulness
- yoga
Mental Illness cannot be seen at first sight
Fact. Some people can hide their mental illness and cope with it better than others. The best way to discover a mental illness is to have open discussions surrounding the topic and reduce the stigma.
What is another name for the rules we agree to every day?
Group Norms
What is self-care?
Self-care refers to anything that you do to keep yourself mentally, emotionally, physically socially and spiritually healthy
What online video game has game mode titles like "Save the World", "Battle Royale", and "Festival"
Fortnite
Is mindfulness a coping skill? Yes or No?
Yes, it is a coping skill!
Mindfulness is when you center yourself in the present moment. It can be done through meditation, relaxation exercises, or just simply slowing down and taking notice of things that are currently around you.
All stress is bad stress.
False! Some stress can be motivating and is a natural reaction your body has to certain events. It can sometimes give us an “extra push”. When stress becomes too much to handle, that might be an indication to start making some positive changes.
When does program start and end every day?
9am to 2:30pm
What is an emotional trigger?
An emotional trigger is an event, experience, or memory that causes a strong emotional reaction, regardless of your current mood.
What is the name of the arena that is home to The Boston Celtics?